Blow for Republic of Ireland as Julie-Ann Russell announces retirement
New Republic of Ireland head coach Carla Ward has been shorn of more experience after Galway United's Julie-Ann Russell announced her retirement from the game.
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Republic of Ireland's Jamie McGrath out for 'two to three months'
Republic of Ireland midfielder Jamie McGrath has been ruled out for "two to three months" with shoulder damage.
Vera Pauw back in management as she takes UAE job
Former Republic of Ireland boss Vera Pauw has returned to international management after being named the new head coach of the United Arab Emirates women's team.
Jake O'Brien's Everton display against Tottenham impresses David Moyes
Republic of Ireland defender Jake O'Brien earned the praise of his manager David Moyes after a rare appearance helped Everton to a much-needed win over Tottenham.
New Republic of Ireland boss Carla Ward 'very highly thought of' - Sue Ronan
Former Republic of Ireland manager Sue Ronan believes the FAI have made a good call in appointing the "highly thought of" Carla Ward as the new head coach of the Girls in Green.
Carla Ward credits 'Irish mentality' as motivation for her appointment
While Carla Ward's Republic of Ireland WNT appointment press conference was dominated by talk of Colin Healy's dispute over his departure from the FAI, the ex-Aston Villa boss made very clear the intentions for her tenure.
Carla Ward appointed Republic of Ireland women's head coach
Carla Ward has been appointed Republic of Ireland women's head coach, the FAI has confirmed.
'It's pretty positive' - Méabh De Búrca on Carla Ward's appointment as Republic of Ireland's women's manager
Méabh De Búrca believes the Republic of Ireland have got one of the best coaches that was available in Carla Ward, with competitive action for the side resuming in the UEFA Women's Nations League in just over a month's time.